AdventNet Inc., the leading provider of EMS/NMS framework software, today announced the immediate availability of an enhanced free edition of Web NMS, an industry leading network management framework, with support for Oracle DB and Java client. Equipment vendors can now OEM the framework and roll out element or network management systems (EMS / NMS) with Oracle backend at break-neck speed.

The free edition is a fully functional multi-tier enterprise grade framework including complete FCPS functions, Java based thick client, Web client, well documented APIs, and developer tools for rapid development of element and network management systems (EMS/ NMS) with fewer development resources. Customers can also opt for paid technical support to expedite development and avail fixes and patches. To download the free edition visit http://www.webnms.com.

"We needed an open-standards-based platform that would enable us to quickly develop a network management application. Rich set of functions and high degree of customization possibilities, in combination with a thought through and consistent system design in Web NMS enabled our development team to focus on our unique requirements, and to use the provided platform as the framework," said Jan Burgos, Technology Manager, Node & Network Management, Net Insight.. More than 500 equipment vendors and service providers have rolled out management solutions based on the AdventNet Web NMS framework. Deployments span across multiple domains such as VoIP, Wireless, Video, Telecom, Optical Networking, and Storage."

Enhanced Free Edition helps customers reduce their upfront development cost. With the free edition & optional support services, we reinforce our commitment to provide the best value in the industry, for customers who need to develop custom element & network management applications," says Prabhu, Product Manager, Web NMS at AdventNet. "Free edition has been a great success among startups over the last two years. The in-house development teams of our customers love the framework as they need not reinvent the wheel and build everything from scratch," he added.

AdventNet and its global network of partners provide solutions to multiple market segments including: OEM’s, global enterprises, government, education, small and medium-sized businesses and to a growing base of management service providers. www.manageengine.com, www.zoho.com